Mailing Homemade Cookies
by Fantique Debiscit

Description: Tips for packaging and mailing homemade cookies.
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Are you an expert in making mouthwatering macaroons, or that perfect peanut butter balls? Would you like to send them as gift to someone you love? If the answer to both the questions is yes but you don't know how your tasty treats would cover the distance from your oven to the recipient's dining table, you need not worry. All you have to do is to carefully package and then ship your cookies. Only some points need to be kept in mind.

You have to consider the type of cookie you wish to send before baking. Only those cookies that can withstand handling should be sent. So it would be better to send shortbreads or basic biscotti that are sturdy rather than the delicate Madelines. You should also keep in mind the ingredients you can use. Perishable products like custards and fillings, frostings containing eggs, milk or cream cheese should be avoided. The reason for avoiding them is that they could get spoilt even before your gift reaching the recipient, potentially causing illness. This should always be kept in mind, as you want to send friend a gift of goodies and not anything to cause him harm. The destination of your gift is also important. Cookies having ingredients like chocolate chips, candy bits, caramel or marshmallow fluff should not be sent to a warm climate as they have a tendency of melting and would create as inedible mess before our friend has a chance of opening the package.

The next step after the cookies are ready to go is the packing. You must pack all the items in an airtight container in order to protect them from getting contaminated on the way. If your cookie is soft and chewy you can add a slice of bread to prevent it from getting dry and stale. And if you are sending more than one type of cookies make sure to separate them. For instance if you are sending chewy and crispy cookies together, the chewy ones will become crunchy and the crispy ones will become soggy if you don't separate them. If you are sending many layers of cookies, then separate each layer with parchment paper. The advantage of parchment paper is that it does not sweat like the wax papaer or the plastic wrap and it also provides a buffer.

To seal the box containing cookies, use packing elements like a bubble wrap or packaging peanuts. These provide a good cushion around our cookies and prevent them from crumbling during shipment. A sturdy cardboard box with plenty of room is an ideal container, as it would avoid our cookies from crumbling due to close proximity. If you could afford to shell out a few extra bucks for faster delivery, it would ensure that your cookies arrive to your friend without being crumbled and broken. Finally, label your box properly with the recipient's and your own address.

Homemade cookies are an excellent gift choice for any occasion, from birthdays to those ~just because~ days. Wisely packaging your cookies for mailing will ensure your recipient enjoys your cookies and you will enjoy their glee upon opening a package filled with your sweet treats.

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